‘Mubarak Ho Bhai…’ – Fans rejoice as India and Pakistan get placed in same group for Asia Cup 2023
India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2023 (Image Credit: Twitter)
At a time when there is no clarity over the hosting right of Asia Cup 2023, ACC president Jay Shah has announced tournament groups. He took to Twitter and shared the graphics of the Asian Cricket Calender for the years, 2023 and 2024. In the Tweet, the schedule of the Asian Cricket Calender has been explained. Also, Shah announced that India and Pakistan have been placed in the same group.
Presenting the @ACCMedia1 pathway structure & cricket calendars for 2023 & 2024! This signals our unparalleled efforts & passion to take this game to new heights. With cricketers across countries gearing up for spectacular performances, it promises to be a good time for cricket! pic.twitter.com/atzBO4XjIn
— Jay Shah (@JayShah) January 5, 2023
Currently, Pakistan is the official host of the Asia Cup 2023
Pakistan is currently the host of this year’s Asia Cup 2023. Since 2008, the Asian Country hasn’t hosted the continental cup. Meanwhile, late last year, Shah, made a storming statement by saying that the tournament would be shifted out of Pakistan. He cited possible none-permission from the Indian government. In reply, former PCB chairperson Ramiz Raja threatened to pull out of the ODI World Cup in India.
However, a few days before his sacking, Raa admitted that the board is ready to play the World Cup. He also admitted that he was acting out watching the fans’ sentiments. On the other hand, Najam Sethi, who replaced Raja said that the board will take advice from the government over traveling to India.
“We will obey whatever the government would suggest to us and we will seek the government’s advice when the time arrives, similar to the last time I was the chairman. As far as the Asia Cup is concerned, I will go to ACC (Asian Cricket Council) and see what the situation is and we’ll take a decision that is in the better interest of the game. We have to see what the other board’s position is, we have to play cricket with everyone, and we will not take any step which can cause any isolation,” said Newly-appointed PCB chief Najam Sethi.
This is how Twitter reacted
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What do you think which city will host India Pakistan match of asia cup 2023 ? Karachi Lahore or Islamabad ?
— Sehar Shinwari (@SeharShinwari) January 5, 2023
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India and Pakistan are in the same group for Asia Cup 2023. The Asia Cup is expected to be played in Pakistan.
India played the Asia Cup in Pakistan which took place in 2008 too.
— Farid Khan (@_FaridKhan) January 5, 2023
India, Pak in same group in #AsiaCup2023! Isn't it always pre-decided to benefit broadcasters, & cricket boards? In all sport, a draw is always a matter of luck. In cricket, it is a matter of revenue @MichaelVaughan @virendersehwag @nassercricket
— Raj Saikia (@RajSaikia2022) January 5, 2023
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